Tip. 1  Trim boxwood hedges a few times during the growing season to prevent damage to the plant. 2  Thin out boxwood hedges to keep them in their natural state.  Consider making the top of the hedge slightly thinner than the bottom to allow more sunlight and moisture to reach the lower branches.
Physical symptoms that may occur prior to a period include abdominal pain and bloating, tender breasts, headaches, swelling of the hands or feet, nausea and weight gain. Pain in the joints or back can also occur before a period begins. Cramps, which can be painful, signifies that menstrual bleeding is imminent.
1 There is no reliable lab test to predict when a woman will experience menopause. 2  The age at which a woman starts having menstrual periods is not related to the age of menopause onset.  Symptoms of menopause can include abnormal vaginal bleeding, hot flashes, vaginal and urinary symptoms, and mood changes.